Saris are made by weaving silk on handlooms and adding intricate motifs made with real gold and silver zari threads. However, cheaper, machine-made saris being sold as authentic Banarasi saris ...

It truly appears to be the era of Banarasi threads. From saris, dupattas, lehengas, and other ethnic pieces in the market, brides to bridesmaids all want Banarasi silk weaves for this wedding season.